Compliance Specialist - Aurora, Canada - Bulk Barn

Bulk Barn

Verified Company

Aurora, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

About Us

Established in 1982, Bulk Barn is Canada's largest bulk food retailer with close to 300 stores and growing The key to our success is progressive thinking, detailed/ methodical planning and flawless execution by passionate people across our organization.

We strive to foster a balanced and flexible culture that benefits both our customers and employees.

Our Values:

High Standards
Passionate
Committed
Exciting and Fun
Supportive
Customer Oriented

What We Offer
In addition to a competitive compensation program and employer-paid benefits, we also include:

32-hour flexible work-week program currently being tested
Use of toptier onsite fitness facility at our Corporate Head Office free of charge to employees

ABOUT US

We strive to foster a balanced and flexible culture that benefits both our customers and employees.

OUR VALUES:

High Standards
Passionate
Committed
Exciting and Fun
Supportive
Customer Oriented

WHAT WE OFFER
In addition to a competitive compensation program and employer-paid benefits, we also include:

32-hour flexible work-week program currently being tested
Use of toptier onsite fitness facility at our Corporate Head Office free of charge to employee

ABOUT THE ROLE

This position is responsible for helping to ensure compliance with various food regulatory, supply chain due diligence and sustainability legislation is achieved by the Company.

Working with the Manager, Food Inspection, Safety and Compliance to exercise due diligence examination of vendor/supplier partners and products sold by the Company to ensure compliance related issues are identified and addressed.

Responsibilities:

Communication
Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing to internal and external customers/clients.
Ensure regular updates and completion timelines are effectively communicated to management.
Project/Task Management
Review item specifications, prepackaged product labels, and vendor related documentation for all compliance requirements.
Conduct risk assessment evaluations for vendors/commodities based on Due Diligence Program requirements.
Create and maintain all new and existing product signage and recipe cards at store level.
Ensure all vendor/item related compliance documentation is updated and maintained.
Maintain all compliance related documentation, manuals, tools and implement changes as directed.
Support the Manager, Food Inspection, Safety and Legislative Compliance in creating and maintaining compliance programs (Due Diligence, Preventative Control Programs, etc.).
Support the preparation for Compliance Reporting.
Support Quality Assurance Coordinator as back up for: responding to quality mailbox feedback (store, customer), product lab testing and releasing, communication of quality/food safety issues to stores (product surveys) where required.
Support other projects and initiatives as required.
Compliance
Ensure product store sign requests meet signage requirements, including CFIA requirements related to ingredient, allergen and nutritional information.
Identification and immediate communication of any food safety or other compliance risk to the business.
Keep uptodate on food safety, quality, importation and supply chain transparency/due diligence /ESG initiatives (ie. Bill S211 Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour in Supply Chain s Act) in respect of food and consumer product goods.
Keep uptodate on sustainability and extended producer responsibility/stewardship legislation and requirements.
Ensure documentation is managed in compliance with Company Operating Policies and Procedures and all applicable legislation.
Detail Oriented
Review product specifications for any abnormalities and adherence to program requirements. Ensure all information is saved and retained as policies require.
Job Knowledge
Monitor and stay abreast of any changes in government standards
Accountability
Ensure integrity of data for all entries ensuring backup/support documentation is attained and on hand at all times.
Take responsibility and ownership of all assigned tasks.
Teamwork
Partner with coworkers as required on daily and/or special tasks, to ensure deadlines and timelines are met to the standards set by the Company.
Promotes and works to maintain workplace wellness, health and safety, through active compliance with all workplace health and safety policies and procedures.
Any other duties as required.

Education & Skills

Postsecondary education in Foods Safety, Nutrition and/or related field
Advanced knowledge of food safety and food safety systems and regulations (i.e. HAACP, GFSA, CFIA)
Knowledge of supply c